Vivid and Hustler Joint Statement

[Far-L]

Originally posted by Ken@Oct 6 2003, 05:58 PM
I disagree. Sykkboy said several things that are simply not true.

1. We never claimed that our settling would help the industry as a whole. I honestly doubt it won't effect it one way or the other. There are much larger threats to the industry than Acacia.

2. We never claimed this was done out of the goodness of our hearts

3. We did say over and over that this was the best choice for Hustler and Vivid, which is true. Part of running a successful business is making sound business decisions. They made the decision that they thought was best for their respective businesses.

4. It remains to be seen whether it will be better for our webmasters, but it certainly is not worse. They can rest assured that they will not be financially harmed by this issue with regard to the business they do with us. Hustler and Vivid have simply ensured that they will be able to continue paying webmasters a heafty comission now and into future.

I understand his point.....but in this case, if you look at the statements made, nothing he said is all that accurate.

Ken... kindly allow me to retort...

1. That is not correct. I was told that if Hustler/Vivid/Wicked settled that it would be to the benefit of all.

2. Your press release regarding the favor you did your affiliates and the money you spent to do it suggests otherwise.

3. Sound choices and successful business? That must be what finally led Hustler and Vivid to pay you to run their internet show rather than keep doing it themselves... (I have been around long enough to remember Tony Tang and what do you think Vivid paid on that auction site launch?)

4. I am glad you are ok with it. Can I please send all the other patent carpetbaggers to your door?

You know, I really don't remember you ever being part of the discussions about what to do at all before so it is nice to see you so involved now.

Sykkboy expressed an opinion and for you to say that is false is inappropriate, imo. Especially in light of what I know and the questions that I raise.